Angels Defeat the Red Sox 6-3
by cupie on Apr 11, 2009 1:53 AM PDT
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PrintIf there was ever any doubt that Jered Weaver was not an integral member of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, his stud performance in the face of traumatic heartbreak was one of the great Angels pitching performances of the decade.
Eight strikeouts in any game are reason enough to smile, but Weaver gave the Angels and their fans something far greater. Jered Weaver lifted the Los Angeles of Anaheim fanbase back into seeing a sport of hope and promise instead of a tragic iteration of sad reality.
It can also be pointed out now that he was the winning pitcher in relief over the Red Sox in the ALDS, practically the lone postseason highlight for the Angels since at least 2005. What we have here is a Chowdkilla. Weaver spit in the bowl of clam chowder tonight and perhaps the Angels will have the swagger of a team of destiny instead of a beaten bunch following his lead.
Abreu and Figgins, Mathis under sad pressure of course, all with good games. This could have been the beginning of a turndown in team faith and energy. Instead, it may be the beginning of the end of our pain. (by Rev Halofan, thank to cupie for throwing this thread up at the game's completion)
Panther of the Game: Jered Weaver
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Weaver
Jared pitched one hell of a game, when the team really needed it. He is the player of the game.
retire number fifteen.
oh Dream Weaver......
I believe you get
Panther of the gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaammmmeeeeee
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 10, 2009 9:52 PM PDT reply actions
lol
Nick, you will always be an Angel. And you will be missed.
by anaheimisnotla on Apr 10, 2009 10:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Co Panther. Nick Adenhart and Jered Weaver
Nick Adenhart.
by WillGoAngels27 on Apr 10, 2009 9:52 PM PDT reply actions 3 recs
Actually scratch that.....
Panther…..
Nick Adenhart.
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 10, 2009 9:52 PM PDT reply actions
Light it
Bless everyone. Nice to win a baseball game, and classy gesture by Weav for tipping his cap upstairs for No. 34.
That halo lit up on the 57 is for you fella …
Don't call me Desmond
Arte should put a 34 on top of the Big A...
maybe that would be the city of Anaheim whatever…he could always do up the littler Big A in the stadium…
Miss you Nick...! RIP
SPEAKING OF ARTE ...
the guy was out in the left field pavilion prior to the game shaking hands and posing for pictures. What a great guy.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 11, 2009 12:12 AM PDT up reply actions
I take it back
Nick is the player of the game. With a hat tip to Weaver.
we'll see you later, nick adenhart 1986-2009
panther...
rec’d
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 10, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions
huh?
well okay then.
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 10, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions
The day off yesterday sets us up for a 4 man rotation for a little while?
Saunders goes tomorrow then Moseley, then a day off and then the official site says Loux on the 14th in Seattle.
by ReggieBullits on Apr 10, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions
right
they were saying that we really dont need another pitcher til next Saturday
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
by howiestheman on Apr 10, 2009 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions
just what we need...another OF
interesting…Tony and MIke must be working the Pedro Del Taco angle or something…I really thought they would bring up a bullpen arm!
Miss you Nick...! RIP
same here
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 10, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Emmmm ... at the risk of seeming insensitive
Perhaps this has something to do with a need for pitching depth
Don't call me Desmond
by highlandhalo on Apr 10, 2009 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions
you can trade minor leaguers. CAlling him up does not effect his trade value
Play Wood already. Willits sucks.
Panther = Weaver
with a save from Adenhart.
And was it only me that noticed that it seems like Scoty Shields will be closing our games at least temporarily?
Way to go Scoty (with 1 T)
Don't call me Desmond
Great game
Angels have had a lot of chances lately to pad their lead but came up short. Nice to see Mathis put an end to that, and it turns out we needed those late runs. It was a happy time, good hitting, great pitching and baserunning, mostly good fielding. But everytime the camera went to #34 in center I started tearing up. Still can’t believe he’s gone.
The HK-47 hitting droid is the finest line drive machine ever built
It was so sad to see that on the wall ...
Nice to know that Nick saw a great game from up there somewhere. Good man. RIP
Don't call me Desmond
by highlandhalo on Apr 10, 2009 10:07 PM PDT up reply actions
we should keep it there
Rest in Peace Adenhart
by princeton11loveshalos on Apr 10, 2009 10:08 PM PDT up reply actions
I'd be surprised if they take it down this season.
by ReggieBullits on Apr 10, 2009 10:14 PM PDT up reply actions
i think he meant beyond this season
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
by howiestheman on Apr 10, 2009 10:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Weaver = Panther
great game for him, especially in memory of Nick. i was greatly impressed by him tonight
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
Gonna mix it up a bit...
Abreu = Panther
Hooters anyone?
by Chone's Chonies on Apr 10, 2009 10:07 PM PDT reply actions
He was as advertised!
Don't call me Desmond
by highlandhalo on Apr 10, 2009 10:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Gonna mix it up a bit...
Scot Shields for PANTHER with an extended save while Fuentes was already warm in the ’pen! Bizarre. I hope Brian is healthy.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 10, 2009 11:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Little help from his friend^^^^^^
Nick Adenhart.
by WillGoAngels27 on Apr 10, 2009 10:12 PM PDT up reply actions
I went back and looked at nicks game thread.
When Adenhart was in trouble in his innings, i said “Does he earn his halo?”
And the answer is yes. he most certainly did.
Nick Adenhart.
by WillGoAngels27 on Apr 10, 2009 10:11 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Gotta go with Weaves for Panther
Can’t imagine the emotions he was dealing with on the field, at least early on. Thought it was super special that he broke routine and instead of writing his grandparent’s initials in the dirt on the mound he wrote NA. Athletes are a superstitious lot so I never would’ve expected that from Weaves.
For some reason, this comment over at Over the Monster just INFURIATED me
So sad, he was a hell of a good prospect
I’d compare it to us losing one of the three killer B’s (Bucholz, Bowden, Bard)
by sox-inda-south on Apr 10, 2009 7:33 PM PDT to parent up reply reply actions actions 0 recs
Who gives two shits what kind of prospect he was? Christ, what a helluva thing to say. Makes my blood boil.
Thank God we got the win tonight for Nick and to shut those guys up.
by Caseys Kiss of Death on Apr 10, 2009 10:15 PM PDT reply actions
I believe this was his way of trying to empathize.
I would suggest just trying to keep it mellow.
Adenhart 1986-2009
Well, I don't post over there so it'll stay 'mellow'
but man…it just doesn’t take THAT much human compassion to understand why this is more than just ‘too bad we don’t have that talent anymore,’ like a human life is secondary to a depth chart for the guy. There’s no indication in his post that he appreciates what was lost, other than rotation depth and it’s more than a little irksome to me.
by Caseys Kiss of Death on Apr 10, 2009 10:41 PM PDT up reply actions
casey..you are EMOTIONALLY involved here. They aren't
As cupie suggested, they are trying to emphathize with what they have. Unless you are personally involved, it just isn’t there, ya know? Unless you have experienced a loss, you can only imagine what it feels like.
And substitute “potential” for “prospect”. Nick had unbelievable potential that we sadly will never experience.
RIP Nick
NIce job Dodger Management
There wasnt a horrible trajedy in major league baseball or anything
Nick Adenhart.
by WillGoAngels27 on Apr 10, 2009 10:21 PM PDT up reply actions
To be fair
the announcement was actually made April 8th, or has been public knowledge since then. It’s just that it’s just-now being picked up on. Bad timing, but not a ‘terrible idea’ anymore than when Arte did likewise.
by Caseys Kiss of Death on Apr 10, 2009 11:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Beers are now cheaper at Dodger Stadium than Angels Stadium
For the record, I wasn’t trying to relate it to what happened to Adenhart.
I haven’t gone back to that cesspool because of the way my wife and myself were treated by the punks getting off on the $8 beers and now they’re $2 cheaper.
Terrible idea.
by ReggieBullits on Apr 10, 2009 11:58 PM PDT up reply actions
You can still get a $4.50 14-ouncer
I don’t think Dodger Stadium gets them that cheap, although neither do they have them that small.
So basically, it’s a wash, since the budget-conscious at Angel Stadium have themselves AN option below 5 bucks.
But yes, Dodger fans + cheap booze = me watching FSN for interleague away games this year.
This despite the fact that I live 15-20 minutes closer to Dodger Stadium than Angel Stadium.
by Caseys Kiss of Death on Apr 11, 2009 12:11 AM PDT up reply actions
Weave' and Adenhart for sure
That Nick Adenhart In Memoriam bumper they do at the commercials nearly gets me every time. I hope they keep it up for a while.
RIP Nick Adenhart.
"When the Babe tries to call his shot, I hope Nick puts one in his ear."
--RallyMonkey5
You mean...
The pic of him?
It’s sad….And, have you noticed the “S” on his jersey is folded and not visible…
l 34 l
l N.J.A l
l R.I.P l
-- Figgi4life
Yeah, the pic
Didn’t notice the S, though…man that just does it even more!
RIP Nick Adenhart.
"When the Babe tries to call his shot, I hope Nick puts one in his ear."
--RallyMonkey5
Weaver
NAILS NAILS NAILS in a very tough spot. Impressive.
Pregame guesses......
those results
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 10, 2009 10:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh. please complain if there's something missing
It doesn’t look like your name showed up on the form.
Do you clearly remember using it? If you’re absolutely sure, please tell me. It’s the first few days using this, so if there’s something wrong with the system I need to know.
If you’re not sure, mm… well can say I might relook at the leftover picks tomorrow. But tonight I’m just too tired to do another sweep, and remember to do both the form & post tomorrow :)
(To everyone) Remember, pointing out mistakes is VERY APPRECIATED. Don’t hold back any mistakes that might have occured.
RIP Nick Adenhart :(
I do clearly remember using the form
However… I may have made a mistake in submitting it, and that may be my bad… that’s all I can think of. I did also post in the thread. It’s really no big deal to me Scott. Get your rest… I know with school and all… you work hard. Thanks, you are appreciated!
RIP NICK ADENHART
Oh...
And you’ve probably already figured this out, but I’m new here :)
l 34 l
l N.J.A l
l R.I.P l
-- Figgi4life
read tomorrows pre game post
Rest in Peace Adenhart
by princeton11loveshalos on Apr 10, 2009 10:31 PM PDT up reply actions
just got home from the game.
Adenhart’s tribute was beautiful. My eyes were welling up. Geez! And then my girlfriend started crying cuz I was crying. Ugh, we were a wreck.
I have nothing important to say.
what got me was the tribute
followed by them playing the song during the fireworks.
Driven into right-center field, Erstad says he has it...the Angels, world champions!
Tough game, tough circumstances, tough team ...
tough group of supporters. Just the way Nick Adenhart would want it.
34
Don't call me Desmond
Great game.
My wife cried. I got choked up a bit too.
DreamWeaver was a frigg’n beast. The dude was on a mission.
God needed a starter. RIP #34
Just back from the game - My thoughts
First of all, the tributes to Nick and his friends were great. I too was tearing up, especially when the guys stood with his jersey at the pitchers mound and when Torii touched the center field wall tribute before the 1st inning.
Great catch by GMJ to hold off a Boston charge. WTY pitched one of his best. Made several hitters look silly at times. Kept his fastball down and that was key. His is my panther for sure.
Now, to get on my soap box for a second….I thought it was a little out of touch to see the many tailgaters out drinking it up. I understand your rights, but come on. There still were drunks around the pavilion area, including one Angel fan who screamed to a Boston fan two inches from his face, “YOU SUCK” and some other choice words. Those people were ridiculous, and I’m ashamed to have them as fellow Angel fans. I hate the Red Sox just as much as the next guy, but the lack of any sort of class is reprehensible.
Also, for the Angels management. Don’t you think it was insensitive to have a banner ad all the way around the stadium saying something to the effect, “Southern Comfort: Welcome Home”…this was in like the 3rd inning. I know about contractual obligations and the like, but it was not a good thing at all.
Nick Adenhart - 1986 - 2009 R.I.P.
I've never been comfortable with hard liquor ads at the park
but I think it is more unfortunate than it is insensitive.With all that they did do and all they have had to deal with, they could hardly have been expected to renegotiate a contract on the fly, or even really to think of it. With all due respect for your point, let’s give them a break here.
Nick Adenhart, RIP
agreed
It’d have been impossible for them to take down all that stuff and/or not sell beer
Driven into right-center field, Erstad says he has it...the Angels, world champions!
Actually, this was not a fixed ad
It was displayed on the banner scoreboard on the facade of the club level that wraps around the stadium. I would have to think that they could have halted that ad for at least one game.
Nick Adenhart - 1986 - 2009 R.I.P.
by swiss mcgee on Apr 11, 2009 12:04 AM PDT up reply actions
I agree with your sentiment
I just think with all the contracts and legal stuff it probably won’t happen. A part of me thinks that the PR department had to agonize over this kind of stuff before the game.
Driven into right-center field, Erstad says he has it...the Angels, world champions!
I saw many drunks in the stadium...
I thought they just might sober up for one night, especially a night I treated like a funeral. However, I did cheer very loudly for the Halos when they needed it.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 10, 2009 11:49 PM PDT up reply actions
What did Southern Comfort do?
Andrew Gallo was human filth. This “hombre” was on a one way path for destruction, with or without alcohol.
This isn’t a time to point the finger at anyone who has a beer or a company who pays for advertising at a stadium.
Might want to direct your anger/disgust at this pile of shit who murdered 3 people.
by clover_black on Apr 11, 2009 12:10 AM PDT up reply actions
Fact remains - Alcohol was likely the main factor in the collision
I’m not pointing fingers at people enjoying a beer. I’m pointing fingers at people drinking too many beers, because they were being insensitive and disrespectful.
The SoCo ad was bad timing. Again, I have nothing against them. Just not the right time.
I’m not blaming alcohol…if you want to check on my opinions of Sh!thead Gallo…I think I made myself clear in other comments in other threads.
Nick Adenhart - 1986 - 2009 R.I.P.
by swiss mcgee on Apr 11, 2009 12:43 AM PDT up reply actions
Here's my new avatar...
God needed a starter. RIP #34
by 3rd Echelon on Apr 10, 2009 11:00 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Nick Andenhart Panther
No ifs ands or buts about it… ;(
Nick Adenhart- Forever a true Angel in Heaven. RIP 1986-2009
by AnaheimHalos61 on Apr 10, 2009 11:16 PM PDT reply actions
On a lighter note...
panther to whichever boston guy decided to intentionally walk GMJ. I saw that and when everyone booed I loled. I’d have let GMJ strike out and taken the extra out.
Driven into right-center field, Erstad says he has it...the Angels, world champions!
I lauged at that, too!!!
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 10, 2009 11:51 PM PDT up reply actions
I missed the game tonight
because I went to see Leonard Cohen and he sang a song called “Anthem” which really struck a chord.
Ring the bells that still can ring
Forget your perfect offering
There is a crack in everything
That’s how the light gets in.
The time is out of joint; oh cursed spite, that ever I was born to set it right.
by chairmanofthebar on Apr 11, 2009 12:02 AM PDT reply actions
Orderd myself a Red 34 Adenhart shirt
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 11, 2009 2:23 AM PDT reply actions
go angels win it all for #34
they did it for all the right reason at the beganing of the game i also cry
JOE ANDERSON
well, crap
I tried the women’s jersey and got this error message:
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RIP Nick
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